Born and raised in Mogadishu, Keyo started his music career singing songs by his favorite Somali artists at local parties and weddings. Two years ago at age 17, Keyo began writing his own songs and performing them for eager crowds. He talks about his dream of filing the gap of young, prominent local Somali artists and his plan to become the Chris Brown of Somalia.
Born and raised in Mogadishu, Keyo started his music career singing songs by his favorite Somali artists at local parties and weddings. Audiences loved his voice and often told him he sounded better than the original artists. Two years ago at age 17, Keyo began writing his own songs and performing them for eager crowds. He will talk about his dream of filing the gap of young, prominent local Somali artists and his plan to become the Chris Brown of Somalia.
This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at http://ted.com/tedx

In this explainer, learn what political, social, and cultural forces forged Somalia's golden age of music, what caused its demise, and why a new golden age is happening right now.
MotionGraphics: PeterBlancoScript: Vik Sohonie

Al-Shabaab's exit from Mogadishu and the improved security situation in the Somali capital have led to a new wave of artistic advancement.
Full story:
After the Al-Shabaab terrorist group exited the Somali capital, a new wave of artistic expression hit Mogadishu.
Somalia is slowly but steadily witnessing a rebirth of art.
Artists say they don't need to paint in secret anymore after being forced to paint underground during the civil war.
They are using Mogadishu's Centre for Research and Dialogue as their studio.
Art, sports, and various other forms of entertainment were forbidden by the extremist al-Shabaab and artists received death threats.
Suspected al-Shabaab fighters murdered a prominent peace activist and patron of the arts.
With the support of several development agencies, the artist patron's friends and successors are overseeing a project that helps Somali artists.
The artists are creating pieces about Somalia's dramatic change.
[Ahmednur H. Abdulle, Director, Centre for Research and Dialogue]:
"Al-Shabaab people believe that art is 'haram'—prohibited in Somali religion—but as soon as al-Shabaab started defeating (started being defeated) these artists came out. That's the only time they can come out and show their talent to the public. Before that they couldn't, they could not even come out from their homes."
The East African country now has an interim constitution, parliament and president.
The artists say they want to inspire and educate others about the rights and privileges they were denied under the al-Qaeda affiliated militants.
For more news and videos visit ☛ http://ntdtv.tv
Follow us on Twitter ☛ http://twitter.com/NTDTelevision
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published:26 Jan 2013

views:1190

In 1991 the Somali Civil War broke out in Somalia. 500,000 people are estimated to have been killed in Somalia since the start of the war. Idris was born in Somalia &, as a child, grew up during the conflict. Naturally, like any parent would, his Father wanted better for his family and to protect them from the violence that they faced on a daily basis.
Now calling England his home, this short films aims tells the story of Idris Ahmed's journey from childhood to adulthood.
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published:31 Oct 2017

views:21396

As part of a new four-part series called Diaspora Diaries, RnB and hip hop artist Cherrie talks about her success and her struggle to find identity as a black woman in Scandinavia.
Cherrie was born in Norway to Somali parents and raised in Sweden. However, she attributes the success of her hip hop career to the Somali diaspora across Europe.
Daniel Henry caught up with her during September's general election in Sweden - where an anti-immigration party was vying to make large gains.
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published:08 Dec 2018

views:229236

Geediga Nabada -- The SomaliPeaceCaravan -- tours some of the most high-risk areas of Somalia spreading a message of peace through traditional art music and poetry. The artistic director is UK based Bill Brookman, seen here making a sound-track for their planned documentary. This track is awaiting sweetening and re-mastering in London.
The musicians are Boolo (drums) and Mustafa (oud). The oud, or lute, is Arabic, not native of Somalia -- almost no instruments are native -- it being a nomadic culture where poetry was, and is, dominant.
The group has avoided two bombs and is threatened by death from those who see even traditional art forms as a threat to Islam. We are engaging in conversation with these people to resolve these differences through the traditional Islamic Hadith discursive form.
You can find out more about the group from our website http://www.billbrookman.co.uk/geediga/ For security reasons our tour schedule is not openly available.

published:12 Aug 2010

views:68789

The story of MaryanMursal, the renowned Somali vocalist and composer, is one of perseverance and triumph against all odds. Born in 1950, she became one of the first professional female vocalists of Muslim faith at age sixteen. In the1980s she fused African, Arab and western music together, helping to form the genre now known as Somali Jazz.
In the winter of 2015, the sixty-five year old Mursal traveled to the largest Somali community in North America –– the Twin Cities –– for a residency at The Cedar Cultural Center, a venue in the heart of the majority-Somali Cedar-Riverside neighborhood. The residency was part of a Cedar program called Midnimo that features Somali artists from Minnesota and around the world in residencies and events that increase understanding of Somali culture through music. In this interview translated from Somali, Mursal opens up about her pioneering beginnings, her turbulent journey and her current life as a Somali-Danish international recording artist.
full story via GreenroomMagazine issue 005: http://www.greenroommagazine.com/blog/2016/10/17/maryan-mursal-is-the-resilient-voice-of-somali-jazz
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Filmed & Edited: BrendanLauer
Produced: Mohamed Samatar & Jake Heinitz

In 2009, Brown received much media attention after pleading guilty to felony assault of his then girlfriend, singer Rihanna; he was sentenced to five years of probation and six months of community service. His third album Graffiti was released later that year, and included the top-twenty single "I Can Transform Ya". Brown's fourth album F.A.M.E. (2011) became his first to top the Billboard 200; it spawned the successful singles "Yeah 3x", "Look at Me Now", and "Beautiful People". F.A.M.E. earned Brown his first Grammy Award for Best R&B Album at the 54th Grammy Awards. His fifth album Fortune was released in 2012. However, after the release of Exclusive, Brown's albums have not been well received commercially or by music critics, with the exception of X, which received a normalized rating of 63. Brown's seventh studio albumRoyalty was released on December 18, 2015.

Born and raised in Mogadishu, Keyo started his music career singing songs by his favorite Somali artists at local parties and weddings. Two years ago at age 17, Keyo began writing his own songs and performing them for eager crowds. He talks about his dream of filing the gap of young, prominent local Somali artists and his plan to become the Chris Brown of Somalia.
Born and raised in Mogadishu, Keyo started his music career singing songs by his favorite Somali artists at local parties and weddings. Audiences loved his voice and often told him he sounded better than the original artists. Two years ago at age 17, Keyo began writing his own songs and performing them for eager crowds. He will talk about his dream of filing the gap of young, prominent local Somali artists and his plan to become the Chris Brown of Somalia.
This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at http://ted.com/tedx

How the 70s Became Somalia's Golden Age of Music

In this explainer, learn what political, social, and cultural forces forged Somalia's golden age of music, what caused its demise, and why a new golden age is happening right now.
MotionGraphics: PeterBlancoScript: Vik Sohonie

Somalia Witnesses Art Rebirth After Al-Shabaab's Exit

Al-Shabaab's exit from Mogadishu and the improved security situation in the Somali capital have led to a new wave of artistic advancement.
Full story:
After the Al-Shabaab terrorist group exited the Somali capital, a new wave of artistic expression hit Mogadishu.
Somalia is slowly but steadily witnessing a rebirth of art.
Artists say they don't need to paint in secret anymore after being forced to paint underground during the civil war.
They are using Mogadishu's Centre for Research and Dialogue as their studio.
Art, sports, and various other forms of entertainment were forbidden by the extremist al-Shabaab and artists received death threats.
Suspected al-Shabaab fighters murdered a prominent peace activist and patron of the arts.
With the support of several development agencies, the artist patron's friends and successors are overseeing a project that helps Somali artists.
The artists are creating pieces about Somalia's dramatic change.
[Ahmednur H. Abdulle, Director, Centre for Research and Dialogue]:
"Al-Shabaab people believe that art is 'haram'—prohibited in Somali religion—but as soon as al-Shabaab started defeating (started being defeated) these artists came out. That's the only time they can come out and show their talent to the public. Before that they couldn't, they could not even come out from their homes."
The East African country now has an interim constitution, parliament and president.
The artists say they want to inspire and educate others about the rights and privileges they were denied under the al-Qaeda affiliated militants.
For more news and videos visit ☛ http://ntdtv.tv
Follow us on Twitter ☛ http://twitter.com/NTDTelevision
Add us on Facebook ☛ http://on.fb.me/s5KV2C

3:36

STRIVE - British-Somali refugee boxer Idris Ahmed

STRIVE - British-Somali refugee boxer Idris Ahmed

STRIVE - British-Somali refugee boxer Idris Ahmed

In 1991 the Somali Civil War broke out in Somalia. 500,000 people are estimated to have been killed in Somalia since the start of the war. Idris was born in Somalia &, as a child, grew up during the conflict. Naturally, like any parent would, his Father wanted better for his family and to protect them from the violence that they faced on a daily basis.
Now calling England his home, this short films aims tells the story of Idris Ahmed's journey from childhood to adulthood.
Information for media:
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Support our work with refugees now by subscribing to this channel, liking this video and sharing it with your friends and contacts. Thanks so much for your help.

9:24

Cherrie: The Scandinavian RnB star with Somali roots - BBC Africa

Cherrie: The Scandinavian RnB star with Somali roots - BBC Africa

Cherrie: The Scandinavian RnB star with Somali roots - BBC Africa

As part of a new four-part series called Diaspora Diaries, RnB and hip hop artist Cherrie talks about her success and her struggle to find identity as a black woman in Scandinavia.
Cherrie was born in Norway to Somali parents and raised in Sweden. However, she attributes the success of her hip hop career to the Somali diaspora across Europe.
Daniel Henry caught up with her during September's general election in Sweden - where an anti-immigration party was vying to make large gains.
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Geediga Nabada -- The SomaliPeaceCaravan -- tours some of the most high-risk areas of Somalia spreading a message of peace through traditional art music and poetry. The artistic director is UK based Bill Brookman, seen here making a sound-track for their planned documentary. This track is awaiting sweetening and re-mastering in London.
The musicians are Boolo (drums) and Mustafa (oud). The oud, or lute, is Arabic, not native of Somalia -- almost no instruments are native -- it being a nomadic culture where poetry was, and is, dominant.
The group has avoided two bombs and is threatened by death from those who see even traditional art forms as a threat to Islam. We are engaging in conversation with these people to resolve these differences through the traditional Islamic Hadith discursive form.
You can find out more about the group from our website http://www.billbrookman.co.uk/geediga/ For security reasons our tour schedule is not openly available.

5:19

Maryan Mursal: The Resilient Voice of Somali Jazz

Maryan Mursal: The Resilient Voice of Somali Jazz

Maryan Mursal: The Resilient Voice of Somali Jazz

The story of MaryanMursal, the renowned Somali vocalist and composer, is one of perseverance and triumph against all odds. Born in 1950, she became one of the first professional female vocalists of Muslim faith at age sixteen. In the1980s she fused African, Arab and western music together, helping to form the genre now known as Somali Jazz.
In the winter of 2015, the sixty-five year old Mursal traveled to the largest Somali community in North America –– the Twin Cities –– for a residency at The Cedar Cultural Center, a venue in the heart of the majority-Somali Cedar-Riverside neighborhood. The residency was part of a Cedar program called Midnimo that features Somali artists from Minnesota and around the world in residencies and events that increase understanding of Somali culture through music. In this interview translated from Somali, Mursal opens up about her pioneering beginnings, her turbulent journey and her current life as a Somali-Danish international recording artist.
full story via GreenroomMagazine issue 005: http://www.greenroommagazine.com/blog/2016/10/17/maryan-mursal-is-the-resilient-voice-of-somali-jazz
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http://www.greenroommagazine.com
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Filmed & Edited: BrendanLauer
Produced: Mohamed Samatar & Jake Heinitz

3:11

Bollywood in Somalia

Bollywood in Somalia

Bollywood in Somalia

The Khirkee Talk Show is a collaboration with Khirkee Voice, supported by KhojInternational Artists' Association, to create a space for open and honest dialogue between the Khirkee locals and the African nationals who live in Khirkee. This episode is from the talk shows held during the KHIRKEE FESTIVAL from 15-17th December 2017. Abdul tells us about the popularity of Bollywood stars in Somalia, much to the excitement of the live talk show audience on the street .

40:06

Various ‎– Somalia Sings Songs Of The New Era Part 1 : 70's African Folk Pop Country Music Artists

Various ‎– Somalia Sings Songs Of The New Era Part 1 : 70's African Folk Pop Country Music Artists

Various ‎– Somalia Sings Songs Of The New Era Part 1 : 70's African Folk Pop Country Music Artists

Born and raised in Mogadishu, Keyo started his music career singing songs by his favorite Somali artists at local parties and weddings. Two years ago at age 17, Keyo began writing his own songs and performing them for eager crowds. He talks about his dream of filing the gap of young, prominent local Somali artists and his plan to become the Chris Brown of Somalia.
Born and raised in Mogadishu, Keyo started his music career singing songs by his favorite Somali artists at local parties and weddings. Audiences loved his voice and often told him he sounded better than the original artists. Two years ago at age 17, Keyo began writing his own songs and performing them for eager crowds. He will talk about his dream of filing the gap of young, prominent local Somali artists and his plan to become...

How the 70s Became Somalia's Golden Age of Music

In this explainer, learn what political, social, and cultural forces forged Somalia's golden age of music, what caused its demise, and why a new golden age is happening right now.
MotionGraphics: PeterBlancoScript: Vik Sohonie

Somalia Witnesses Art Rebirth After Al-Shabaab's Exit

Al-Shabaab's exit from Mogadishu and the improved security situation in the Somali capital have led to a new wave of artistic advancement.
Full story:
After the Al-Shabaab terrorist group exited the Somali capital, a new wave of artistic expression hit Mogadishu.
Somalia is slowly but steadily witnessing a rebirth of art.
Artists say they don't need to paint in secret anymore after being forced to paint underground during the civil war.
They are using Mogadishu's Centre for Research and Dialogue as their studio.
Art, sports, and various other forms of entertainment were forbidden by the extremist al-Shabaab and artists received death threats.
Suspected al-Shabaab fighters murdered a prominent peace activist and patron of the arts.
With the support of several development agencies...

published: 26 Jan 2013

STRIVE - British-Somali refugee boxer Idris Ahmed

In 1991 the Somali Civil War broke out in Somalia. 500,000 people are estimated to have been killed in Somalia since the start of the war. Idris was born in Somalia &, as a child, grew up during the conflict. Naturally, like any parent would, his Father wanted better for his family and to protect them from the violence that they faced on a daily basis.
Now calling England his home, this short films aims tells the story of Idris Ahmed's journey from childhood to adulthood.
Information for media:
If you would like to use this video to communicate refugee stories or require B-Roll, transcripts, stills or much more information, please contact hqvideo@unhcr.org.
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published: 31 Oct 2017

Cherrie: The Scandinavian RnB star with Somali roots - BBC Africa

As part of a new four-part series called Diaspora Diaries, RnB and hip hop artist Cherrie talks about her success and her struggle to find identity as a black woman in Scandinavia.
Cherrie was born in Norway to Somali parents and raised in Sweden. However, she attributes the success of her hip hop career to the Somali diaspora across Europe.
Daniel Henry caught up with her during September's general election in Sweden - where an anti-immigration party was vying to make large gains.
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Geediga Nabada -- The SomaliPeaceCaravan -- tours some of the most high-risk areas of Somalia spreading a message of peace through traditional art music and poetry. The artistic director is UK based Bill Brookman, seen here making a sound-track for their planned documentary. This track is awaiting sweetening and re-mastering in London.
The musicians are Boolo (drums) and Mustafa (oud). The oud, or lute, is Arabic, not native of Somalia -- almost no instruments are native -- it being a nomadic culture where poetry was, and is, dominant.
The group has avoided two bombs and is threatened by death from those who see even traditional art forms as a threat to Islam. We are engaging in conversation with these people to resolve these differences through the traditional Islami...

Bollywood in Somalia

The Khirkee Talk Show is a collaboration with Khirkee Voice, supported by KhojInternational Artists' Association, to create a space for open and honest dialogue between the Khirkee locals and the African nationals who live in Khirkee. This episode is from the talk shows held during the KHIRKEE FESTIVAL from 15-17th December 2017. Abdul tells us about the popularity of Bollywood stars in Somalia, much to the excitement of the live talk show audience on the street .

published: 21 Mar 2018

Various ‎– Somalia Sings Songs Of The New Era Part 1 : 70's African Folk Pop Country Music Artists

Born and raised in Mogadishu, Keyo started his music career singing songs by his favorite Somali artists at local parties and weddings. Two years ago at age 17, Keyo began writing his own songs and performing them for eager crowds. He talks about his dream of filing the gap of young, prominent local Somali artists and his plan to become the Chris Brown of Somalia.
Born and raised in Mogadishu, Keyo started his music career singing songs by his favorite Somali artists at local parties and weddings. Audiences loved his voice and often told him he sounded better than the original artists. Two years ago at age 17, Keyo began writing his own songs and performing them for eager crowds. He will talk about his dream of filing the gap of young, prominent local Somali artists and his plan to become the Chris Brown of Somalia.
This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at http://ted.com/tedx

Born and raised in Mogadishu, Keyo started his music career singing songs by his favorite Somali artists at local parties and weddings. Two years ago at age 17, Keyo began writing his own songs and performing them for eager crowds. He talks about his dream of filing the gap of young, prominent local Somali artists and his plan to become the Chris Brown of Somalia.
Born and raised in Mogadishu, Keyo started his music career singing songs by his favorite Somali artists at local parties and weddings. Audiences loved his voice and often told him he sounded better than the original artists. Two years ago at age 17, Keyo began writing his own songs and performing them for eager crowds. He will talk about his dream of filing the gap of young, prominent local Somali artists and his plan to become the Chris Brown of Somalia.
This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at http://ted.com/tedx

How the 70s Became Somalia's Golden Age of Music

In this explainer, learn what political, social, and cultural forces forged Somalia's golden age of music, what caused its demise, and why a new golden age is h...

In this explainer, learn what political, social, and cultural forces forged Somalia's golden age of music, what caused its demise, and why a new golden age is happening right now.
MotionGraphics: PeterBlancoScript: Vik Sohonie

In this explainer, learn what political, social, and cultural forces forged Somalia's golden age of music, what caused its demise, and why a new golden age is happening right now.
MotionGraphics: PeterBlancoScript: Vik Sohonie

Somalia Witnesses Art Rebirth After Al-Shabaab's Exit

Al-Shabaab's exit from Mogadishu and the improved security situation in the Somali capital have led to a new wave of artistic advancement.
Full story:
After th...

Al-Shabaab's exit from Mogadishu and the improved security situation in the Somali capital have led to a new wave of artistic advancement.
Full story:
After the Al-Shabaab terrorist group exited the Somali capital, a new wave of artistic expression hit Mogadishu.
Somalia is slowly but steadily witnessing a rebirth of art.
Artists say they don't need to paint in secret anymore after being forced to paint underground during the civil war.
They are using Mogadishu's Centre for Research and Dialogue as their studio.
Art, sports, and various other forms of entertainment were forbidden by the extremist al-Shabaab and artists received death threats.
Suspected al-Shabaab fighters murdered a prominent peace activist and patron of the arts.
With the support of several development agencies, the artist patron's friends and successors are overseeing a project that helps Somali artists.
The artists are creating pieces about Somalia's dramatic change.
[Ahmednur H. Abdulle, Director, Centre for Research and Dialogue]:
"Al-Shabaab people believe that art is 'haram'—prohibited in Somali religion—but as soon as al-Shabaab started defeating (started being defeated) these artists came out. That's the only time they can come out and show their talent to the public. Before that they couldn't, they could not even come out from their homes."
The East African country now has an interim constitution, parliament and president.
The artists say they want to inspire and educate others about the rights and privileges they were denied under the al-Qaeda affiliated militants.
For more news and videos visit ☛ http://ntdtv.tv
Follow us on Twitter ☛ http://twitter.com/NTDTelevision
Add us on Facebook ☛ http://on.fb.me/s5KV2C

Al-Shabaab's exit from Mogadishu and the improved security situation in the Somali capital have led to a new wave of artistic advancement.
Full story:
After the Al-Shabaab terrorist group exited the Somali capital, a new wave of artistic expression hit Mogadishu.
Somalia is slowly but steadily witnessing a rebirth of art.
Artists say they don't need to paint in secret anymore after being forced to paint underground during the civil war.
They are using Mogadishu's Centre for Research and Dialogue as their studio.
Art, sports, and various other forms of entertainment were forbidden by the extremist al-Shabaab and artists received death threats.
Suspected al-Shabaab fighters murdered a prominent peace activist and patron of the arts.
With the support of several development agencies, the artist patron's friends and successors are overseeing a project that helps Somali artists.
The artists are creating pieces about Somalia's dramatic change.
[Ahmednur H. Abdulle, Director, Centre for Research and Dialogue]:
"Al-Shabaab people believe that art is 'haram'—prohibited in Somali religion—but as soon as al-Shabaab started defeating (started being defeated) these artists came out. That's the only time they can come out and show their talent to the public. Before that they couldn't, they could not even come out from their homes."
The East African country now has an interim constitution, parliament and president.
The artists say they want to inspire and educate others about the rights and privileges they were denied under the al-Qaeda affiliated militants.
For more news and videos visit ☛ http://ntdtv.tv
Follow us on Twitter ☛ http://twitter.com/NTDTelevision
Add us on Facebook ☛ http://on.fb.me/s5KV2C

In 1991 the Somali Civil War broke out in Somalia. 500,000 people are estimated to have been killed in Somalia since the start of the war. Idris was born in Somalia &, as a child, grew up during the conflict. Naturally, like any parent would, his Father wanted better for his family and to protect them from the violence that they faced on a daily basis.
Now calling England his home, this short films aims tells the story of Idris Ahmed's journey from childhood to adulthood.
Information for media:
If you would like to use this video to communicate refugee stories or require B-Roll, transcripts, stills or much more information, please contact hqvideo@unhcr.org.
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Support our work with refugees now by subscribing to this channel, liking this video and sharing it with your friends and contacts. Thanks so much for your help.

In 1991 the Somali Civil War broke out in Somalia. 500,000 people are estimated to have been killed in Somalia since the start of the war. Idris was born in Somalia &, as a child, grew up during the conflict. Naturally, like any parent would, his Father wanted better for his family and to protect them from the violence that they faced on a daily basis.
Now calling England his home, this short films aims tells the story of Idris Ahmed's journey from childhood to adulthood.
Information for media:
If you would like to use this video to communicate refugee stories or require B-Roll, transcripts, stills or much more information, please contact hqvideo@unhcr.org.
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UNHCR, the UN refugee agency, works to protect and assist those fleeing war and persecution. Since 1950, we have helped tens of millions of people find safety and rebuild their lives. With your support, we can restore hope for many more.
Read more at http://UNHCR.org
Support our work with refugees now by subscribing to this channel, liking this video and sharing it with your friends and contacts. Thanks so much for your help.

Cherrie: The Scandinavian RnB star with Somali roots - BBC Africa

As part of a new four-part series called Diaspora Diaries, RnB and hip hop artist Cherrie talks about her success and her struggle to find identity as a black w...

As part of a new four-part series called Diaspora Diaries, RnB and hip hop artist Cherrie talks about her success and her struggle to find identity as a black woman in Scandinavia.
Cherrie was born in Norway to Somali parents and raised in Sweden. However, she attributes the success of her hip hop career to the Somali diaspora across Europe.
Daniel Henry caught up with her during September's general election in Sweden - where an anti-immigration party was vying to make large gains.
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As part of a new four-part series called Diaspora Diaries, RnB and hip hop artist Cherrie talks about her success and her struggle to find identity as a black woman in Scandinavia.
Cherrie was born in Norway to Somali parents and raised in Sweden. However, she attributes the success of her hip hop career to the Somali diaspora across Europe.
Daniel Henry caught up with her during September's general election in Sweden - where an anti-immigration party was vying to make large gains.
Subscribe: http://bit.ly/subscribetoafrica
Website: https://www.bbc.com/africa
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bbcnewsafrica/
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Geediga Nabada -- The SomaliPeaceCaravan -- tours some of the most high-risk areas of Somalia spreading a message of peace through traditional art music and poetry. The artistic director is UK based Bill Brookman, seen here making a sound-track for their planned documentary. This track is awaiting sweetening and re-mastering in London.
The musicians are Boolo (drums) and Mustafa (oud). The oud, or lute, is Arabic, not native of Somalia -- almost no instruments are native -- it being a nomadic culture where poetry was, and is, dominant.
The group has avoided two bombs and is threatened by death from those who see even traditional art forms as a threat to Islam. We are engaging in conversation with these people to resolve these differences through the traditional Islamic Hadith discursive form.
You can find out more about the group from our website http://www.billbrookman.co.uk/geediga/ For security reasons our tour schedule is not openly available.

Geediga Nabada -- The SomaliPeaceCaravan -- tours some of the most high-risk areas of Somalia spreading a message of peace through traditional art music and poetry. The artistic director is UK based Bill Brookman, seen here making a sound-track for their planned documentary. This track is awaiting sweetening and re-mastering in London.
The musicians are Boolo (drums) and Mustafa (oud). The oud, or lute, is Arabic, not native of Somalia -- almost no instruments are native -- it being a nomadic culture where poetry was, and is, dominant.
The group has avoided two bombs and is threatened by death from those who see even traditional art forms as a threat to Islam. We are engaging in conversation with these people to resolve these differences through the traditional Islamic Hadith discursive form.
You can find out more about the group from our website http://www.billbrookman.co.uk/geediga/ For security reasons our tour schedule is not openly available.

Maryan Mursal: The Resilient Voice of Somali Jazz

The story of MaryanMursal, the renowned Somali vocalist and composer, is one of perseverance and triumph against all odds. Born in 1950, she became one of the ...

The story of MaryanMursal, the renowned Somali vocalist and composer, is one of perseverance and triumph against all odds. Born in 1950, she became one of the first professional female vocalists of Muslim faith at age sixteen. In the1980s she fused African, Arab and western music together, helping to form the genre now known as Somali Jazz.
In the winter of 2015, the sixty-five year old Mursal traveled to the largest Somali community in North America –– the Twin Cities –– for a residency at The Cedar Cultural Center, a venue in the heart of the majority-Somali Cedar-Riverside neighborhood. The residency was part of a Cedar program called Midnimo that features Somali artists from Minnesota and around the world in residencies and events that increase understanding of Somali culture through music. In this interview translated from Somali, Mursal opens up about her pioneering beginnings, her turbulent journey and her current life as a Somali-Danish international recording artist.
full story via GreenroomMagazine issue 005: http://www.greenroommagazine.com/blog/2016/10/17/maryan-mursal-is-the-resilient-voice-of-somali-jazz
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The story of MaryanMursal, the renowned Somali vocalist and composer, is one of perseverance and triumph against all odds. Born in 1950, she became one of the first professional female vocalists of Muslim faith at age sixteen. In the1980s she fused African, Arab and western music together, helping to form the genre now known as Somali Jazz.
In the winter of 2015, the sixty-five year old Mursal traveled to the largest Somali community in North America –– the Twin Cities –– for a residency at The Cedar Cultural Center, a venue in the heart of the majority-Somali Cedar-Riverside neighborhood. The residency was part of a Cedar program called Midnimo that features Somali artists from Minnesota and around the world in residencies and events that increase understanding of Somali culture through music. In this interview translated from Somali, Mursal opens up about her pioneering beginnings, her turbulent journey and her current life as a Somali-Danish international recording artist.
full story via GreenroomMagazine issue 005: http://www.greenroommagazine.com/blog/2016/10/17/maryan-mursal-is-the-resilient-voice-of-somali-jazz
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The Khirkee Talk Show is a collaboration with Khirkee Voice, supported by KhojInternational Artists' Association, to create a space for open and honest dialogue between the Khirkee locals and the African nationals who live in Khirkee. This episode is from the talk shows held during the KHIRKEE FESTIVAL from 15-17th December 2017. Abdul tells us about the popularity of Bollywood stars in Somalia, much to the excitement of the live talk show audience on the street .

The Khirkee Talk Show is a collaboration with Khirkee Voice, supported by KhojInternational Artists' Association, to create a space for open and honest dialogue between the Khirkee locals and the African nationals who live in Khirkee. This episode is from the talk shows held during the KHIRKEE FESTIVAL from 15-17th December 2017. Abdul tells us about the popularity of Bollywood stars in Somalia, much to the excitement of the live talk show audience on the street .

Born and raised in Mogadishu, Keyo started his music career singing songs by his favorite Somali artists at local parties and weddings. Two years ago at age 17, Keyo began writing his own songs and performing them for eager crowds. He talks about his dream of filing the gap of young, prominent local Somali artists and his plan to become the Chris Brown of Somalia.
Born and raised in Mogadishu, Keyo started his music career singing songs by his favorite Somali artists at local parties and weddings. Audiences loved his voice and often told him he sounded better than the original artists. Two years ago at age 17, Keyo began writing his own songs and performing them for eager crowds. He will talk about his dream of filing the gap of young, prominent local Somali artists and his plan to become the Chris Brown of Somalia.
This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at http://ted.com/tedx

How the 70s Became Somalia's Golden Age of Music

In this explainer, learn what political, social, and cultural forces forged Somalia's golden age of music, what caused its demise, and why a new golden age is happening right now.
MotionGraphics: PeterBlancoScript: Vik Sohonie

Somalia Witnesses Art Rebirth After Al-Shabaab's Exit

Al-Shabaab's exit from Mogadishu and the improved security situation in the Somali capital have led to a new wave of artistic advancement.
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After the Al-Shabaab terrorist group exited the Somali capital, a new wave of artistic expression hit Mogadishu.
Somalia is slowly but steadily witnessing a rebirth of art.
Artists say they don't need to paint in secret anymore after being forced to paint underground during the civil war.
They are using Mogadishu's Centre for Research and Dialogue as their studio.
Art, sports, and various other forms of entertainment were forbidden by the extremist al-Shabaab and artists received death threats.
Suspected al-Shabaab fighters murdered a prominent peace activist and patron of the arts.
With the support of several development agencies, the artist patron's friends and successors are overseeing a project that helps Somali artists.
The artists are creating pieces about Somalia's dramatic change.
[Ahmednur H. Abdulle, Director, Centre for Research and Dialogue]:
"Al-Shabaab people believe that art is 'haram'—prohibited in Somali religion—but as soon as al-Shabaab started defeating (started being defeated) these artists came out. That's the only time they can come out and show their talent to the public. Before that they couldn't, they could not even come out from their homes."
The East African country now has an interim constitution, parliament and president.
The artists say they want to inspire and educate others about the rights and privileges they were denied under the al-Qaeda affiliated militants.
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STRIVE - British-Somali refugee boxer Idris Ahmed

In 1991 the Somali Civil War broke out in Somalia. 500,000 people are estimated to have been killed in Somalia since the start of the war. Idris was born in Somalia &, as a child, grew up during the conflict. Naturally, like any parent would, his Father wanted better for his family and to protect them from the violence that they faced on a daily basis.
Now calling England his home, this short films aims tells the story of Idris Ahmed's journey from childhood to adulthood.
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Cherrie: The Scandinavian RnB star with Somali roots - BBC Africa

As part of a new four-part series called Diaspora Diaries, RnB and hip hop artist Cherrie talks about her success and her struggle to find identity as a black woman in Scandinavia.
Cherrie was born in Norway to Somali parents and raised in Sweden. However, she attributes the success of her hip hop career to the Somali diaspora across Europe.
Daniel Henry caught up with her during September's general election in Sweden - where an anti-immigration party was vying to make large gains.
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Geediga Nabada -- The SomaliPeaceCaravan -- tours some of the most high-risk areas of Somalia spreading a message of peace through traditional art music and poetry. The artistic director is UK based Bill Brookman, seen here making a sound-track for their planned documentary. This track is awaiting sweetening and re-mastering in London.
The musicians are Boolo (drums) and Mustafa (oud). The oud, or lute, is Arabic, not native of Somalia -- almost no instruments are native -- it being a nomadic culture where poetry was, and is, dominant.
The group has avoided two bombs and is threatened by death from those who see even traditional art forms as a threat to Islam. We are engaging in conversation with these people to resolve these differences through the traditional Islamic Hadith discursive form.
You can find out more about the group from our website http://www.billbrookman.co.uk/geediga/ For security reasons our tour schedule is not openly available.

Maryan Mursal: The Resilient Voice of Somali Jazz

The story of MaryanMursal, the renowned Somali vocalist and composer, is one of perseverance and triumph against all odds. Born in 1950, she became one of the first professional female vocalists of Muslim faith at age sixteen. In the1980s she fused African, Arab and western music together, helping to form the genre now known as Somali Jazz.
In the winter of 2015, the sixty-five year old Mursal traveled to the largest Somali community in North America –– the Twin Cities –– for a residency at The Cedar Cultural Center, a venue in the heart of the majority-Somali Cedar-Riverside neighborhood. The residency was part of a Cedar program called Midnimo that features Somali artists from Minnesota and around the world in residencies and events that increase understanding of Somali culture through music. In this interview translated from Somali, Mursal opens up about her pioneering beginnings, her turbulent journey and her current life as a Somali-Danish international recording artist.
full story via GreenroomMagazine issue 005: http://www.greenroommagazine.com/blog/2016/10/17/maryan-mursal-is-the-resilient-voice-of-somali-jazz
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Bollywood in Somalia

The Khirkee Talk Show is a collaboration with Khirkee Voice, supported by KhojInternational Artists' Association, to create a space for open and honest dialogue between the Khirkee locals and the African nationals who live in Khirkee. This episode is from the talk shows held during the KHIRKEE FESTIVAL from 15-17th December 2017. Abdul tells us about the popularity of Bollywood stars in Somalia, much to the excitement of the live talk show audience on the street .